We have a new kitten!

We didn't intend to have number 10 (and that's our limit), but when you get the phone call...

We got home very late from a Halloween party last night; I got to bed at 2:30 AM, and had 4 hours of sleep. I was just curling up on the sofa to nap 2 hours ago, when DH woke me up, "We have a problem." Huh?  His cop friend was called out on a case; I'm not sure how the kitten figures into this. Anyway, he was obligated to call the local shelter, but was able to call someone he knows (?) affiliated with them, who I think knows what they are like (they're notorious for killing perfectly good animals), so they by-passed the shelter and called us to take the kitten. (That was the strangest phone call I ever got: "As far as anyone knows, Miss, you and I never had this conversation.") At least I think   that's what happened!

DH picked up the baby. He/she is about 4-5 weeks old, a tuxedo coat.  It was cared for and bottle-fed by some woman (I have her contact info), and is sleeping in the carrier, on the electric fireplace mantel, warming up nicely.

Did I mention that I LOVE black cats?????!!!?? I'm down to just one now, having lost 3 in the past few years. And just in time for Halloween, too!!!!

I am worried, though. Some of you may remember the Gandolf story from about 2 years ago, so I'm so afraid there will be a repeat of this, although he was near death (he had been shoved face-first into a pile of cow manure in order to kill him) when he arrived. Please keep your fingers crossed for this baby. Thanks.

Of course, now that DH has taken a new job, with a big pay cut, a new mouth to feed is not something we need, but how can I say "No"? They thought the shelter would put him to sleep.

I'm so glad this kitten found it's way to you.  I'm sure there is a reason and you will keep this baby cared for, thanks for taking this kitten in and please post pics when you can.

Thanks! I'll try to take a few pics, when the kitty is more awake. He's a bit lethargic, but has perked up since he's been warmed up!

DH already thought of a name on the way home, "Pumpkin", but I already call Lucie that. I prefer "sexy" names for my sleek, black cats! ("Panther", Black Diamond", you get the idea. )

MargeCat said:

 
Thanks! I'll try to take a few pics, when the kitty is more awake. He's a bit lethargic, but has perked up since he's been warmed up!

DH already thought of a name on the way home, "Pumpkin", but I already call Lucie that. I prefer "sexy" names for my sleek, black cats! ("Panther", Black Diamond", you get the idea.

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Keeping with the black and white theme, what about:

Harlequin.  You could call him Harley for short)

Domino

Jeeves

Peppie Lapew

Lincoln

Butler

Fancy Pants

Jacket

Zorro

Jack (of Spades)

King (of Spades)

Ace (of Spades)

C.C.  (for Coffee and Cream)

Eightball

Groucho

Licorish

Topper

Thanks! Those are great names!

I think the kitten is younger than 4 weeks, maybe up to 10 days old. Now that I have a flashlight and the kitten has turned in the carrier, I can see the eye area. I also looked online.  I was told 4 weeks, but I really think he's much younger.

I find myself constantly in awe of the big--no, HUGE--hearted people on this website!  You already had 9 cats, money is a worry, and still you don't hesitate to take in one more.  Such a young little guy, too.  I hope he will be okay.

(I like the name Zorro!)  

Congratulations on the new addition, even though he came so unexpectedly. Since it's so close to Halloween, how about Samhain (Sam for short)? Or since he's black and white, which makes people think of law enforcement, something like Gendarme, Constable or Centurion?

jcat said:

Congratulations on the new addition, even though he came so unexpectedly. Since it's so close to Halloween, how about Samhain (Sam for short)? Or since he's black and white, which makes people think of law enforcement, something like Gendarme, Constable or Centurion?

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I was thinking that a Halloween name would be appropriate--especially as it's my favorite holiday. I thought about Samhain, but it's pronounced like "Sowen", which makes me think of a female pig! I'll have to hold off until we see what gender the baby is!

He seems quite comfy in the carrier, above the fireplace. He's done that "I'm really content and warm" stretching a few times, and raised his head.

You can tell gender now.

Use punctuation as your guide.

A colon ( : ) is a boy.

An upside down exclamation mark ( ! ) is a girl

Congratulations on the new baby! He needs you and you need him! A match made in Kitty Heaven! Send us pictures

After I fed him (really, he just licked a few drops of KMR off his chin), I wrapped him in a blanket, and spent 1 1/2 hours holding and cuddling a sleeping kitten.

DH is on his way to buy a pet baby bottle. I hope this will work better, as I'm feeding every 2 hours. He sleeps most of the time, but does seem comfortable, judging by his body language.

Oh MargeCat you have a heart of gold. I'm sure he won't care what he's called, he's hit the jackpot moving in with you! I hope he does well. Bet he's a gorgeous baby.

If you haven't decided on a name yet, here are some spooky or Halloween related suggestions:

---Boo
---Casper
---Jack (O' Lantern)
---Emmett, Edward, Carlisle, Jasper, Cullen (Twilight vampires)
---Boris
---Pugsley (Adam's family, I think)
---Frankie (Frankenstein)
----Cal or Baz (Calabaza is Spanish for pumpkin)
---Michael or Mikey (from the Halloween movies)

I only listed boy names because you keep referring to the kitten as "him." I have some girl names I can share if it turns out the other way.

Oops, I forgot Salem and Raven ( kind of girlie though).

It's a GIRL!  And her eyes have opened!

She just had 2 eye-droppers of KMR; I mostly drop it on her chin, and rub it onto her mouth and she licks it.

I also wet a piece of gauze with warm water, and clean her anal area afterwards (it simulates what a mommy cat does in order to make them go to the bathroom, though she hasn't done that yet).  Wait until DH has to do that.

I worry about what we'll do when I am at work. Luckily, DH has a personal day tomorrow, but he has to go for a stress test at the new job in the afternoon. I have to go to work Monday-Wednesday; I'm off Thursday and Friday. Any suggestions? I don't think I could take her to work to feed her.

Congratulations!!! Disregard the boy names I gave you. How about some spooky girl suggestions?

---Hallie (Halloween)
---Eve or Evie (All Hallow's Eve)
---Raven (scary story)
---Callie (going back to the calabaza reference)
---Alice, Esme, Rosalie (more Twilight vampires)
---Morticia
---Wednesday (Adam's family)
---Samantha, Tabitha, or Endora (from Bewitched)
---Candy

I'm not sure what to tell you about the work situation. Wouldn't your employer allow you to bring her to work if you explain the situation?

she was just purring up a storm in my arms--sorry, typing with 1 hand.

Names for a girl tuxedo kitty:

Harlequin.  You could call her Harlie)

Fancy Pants

Queen (of Spades)

C.C.  (for Coffee and Cream)

Licorish

Dot

Magpie  (Maggie for short)

Molly

Luna

Minnie

Pearl

Gem
Onyx

Laurel

I was at the vets today and thought of you. A woman was in there with about a 2 1/2 week old kitten. Her cat brought it home to her. They were going well. Your little girl sounds happy. Good luck with sorting the work thing out.

Well, she made it through the night.  I don't think she requires feeding every 2 hours-maybe every 3-4-5. She mostly sleeps. I was up at 2:15 AM to feed her. I've had 4 hours of sleep, and not all at one time. I'm coming down with DH's cold, I think. My throat's been sore all yesterday and all night.

Around 4 AM, I threw the other cats out of our bedroom, shut the door, and placed on the electric fireplace we also have there. She really perks up when she's on those. I think the heat and the purr-like vibration help her.